Like a chimney sweep's clothes, maybe (4)

I believe the answer is:

ashy

(Other definitions for ashy that I've seen before include "Like, eg, volcanic dust" , "Wan" , "like Cinders" , "Like burnt residue" , "pale greyish colour" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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